Richard (Rick) Shaw
May 17, 2024
Richard (Rick) H. Shaw, born on November 12, 1942, of Alcalde, NM, was called home to be with the Lord on May 17, 2024.
Rick was preceded in death by his father and mother, Brad and Barbara Shaw; his brother Mark Shaw; his father-in-law Richard Valdez; and his grandchildren Ricky and Reyna Martinez, and Feona Kraut.
Rick is survived...
Christopher Serrano
May 15, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Serrano, a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. Christopher entered eternal life on May 15, 2024.
Christopher was born on May 29, 1982, in Espanola, NM. He was the second child of Sammy Martinez and Yvonne Serrano. He was a resident of Chimayo, NM, for most...
Elaine Martinez
May 14, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our Elaine M. Martinez, on May 14, 2024, in her childhood home following a brief illness. She was born in Fairview on November 30, 1950, and was raised in Alcalde, NM.
Elaine was preceded in death by her grandparents who helped raise her, Trinidad and Camilo Medina; mother Lizzie Medina;...
Ferminio Marcelino Valdez
May 14, 2024
Ferminio M. Valdez, passed away peacefully at age 80 on May 14, 2024. Born in Coyote, NM, on July 09, 1943.
Fermie was preceded in death by parents Merejildo and Emilia; siblings Avenilde Lopez (Jose), Pedro, Vidal (Poly), Josephine Martinez (Raymond), Sergen Martinez (Eustavio-Gus), Delfinio (Consuelo); special Sister-in-Law Cecilia Ortiz (Art).
He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years Julia;...
Eliza M. Maestas
May 12, 2024
Eliza M. Maestas, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2024. She was born on July 2, 1922, to Salvador and Veneranda Valdez.
Eliza was a wonderful person who loved to cook and share her food with anyone who visited. She always loved to dance, especially the polka. She kept records of the family and was considered the family genealogist. She...
Dulcinea Martinez
May 9, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother Dulcinea (AKA Dulce) Martinez, age 92, a resident of Chimayo, NM, born February 25, 1932, passed away on May 9, 2024.
Dulce was a reserved, but a hard-working person. She never left no work undone. She was a perfectionist. Her house was spotless. She had rules and regulations. She...
David Aguilar
May 9, 2024
COURTESY ANNOUNCEMENT
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of my beloved father David Aguilar, 69, of Espanola, New Mexico, on April 19, 2024, David was with his daughter and family in Marysville, WA, when he passed.
David was preceded in death by his mother Mary Rubal, father Frederick Aguilar and sister Christine Evers-Aguilar.
David is survived by his sister...
Louie Roberto Padilla
May 8, 2024
Louie Roberto Padilla, age 77, of Upper San Pedro, passed away peacefully in his home on October 15, 2023, after a three-year battle with a rare blood disease.
Louie was born on April 27, 1946, to Ramon and Francis Padilla of Hernandez, NM.
In 1964, Louie enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in Germany, where he proudly served his country...
Wayne Taylor
May 7, 2024
Wayne Allen Taylor
Born 7/29/1954 – Died 5/7/2024
Age 69
Wayne was a beloved father, husband, brother, and uncle. He was globally known for his capabilities as a scientist and was a talented outdoorsman. Above all he valued family, he would often claim the wellbeing and health of his family had the utmost priority to him.
As a scientist he won many awards and...
Merle Dean Koepke
May 5, 2024
Merle Dean Koepke, 88, of Los Alamos, New Mexico, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2024. Merle was born on June 24, 1935, in Junction City, Kansas, to the late Genevieve and Werner Koepke. Upon graduation from high school, Merle followed his older brother’s lead and enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he proudly served as a first-class electrician on...
Patrick Michael "Mike" Hersom
May 2, 2024
Patrick Micheal (Mike) Hersom, 74, of Perth-Andover, NB, Canada, passed away suddenly on May 2, 2024, in Espanola, NM. He was born on December 29, 1949. Mike was a proud United States Army Veteran, serving from June 1968 to June 1971 during the Vietnam War. He did two tours of duty in Vietnam, 20 months.
Mike dedicated over 60 years of...
Joseph Michael Martinez
May 1, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph "Joey" Martinez, a beloved father, devoted husband, and cherished friend from Espanola. Joey peacefully departed from this world on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at the tender age of 42. He died peacefully and in the comforting embrace of his loving family at home.
Born in Denver, Colorado on August...
Thomas McReynolds
Apr 30, 2024
Acclaimed and Beloved Northern New Mexico Educator, Administrator, and Coach Thomas H. McReynolds (Coach Mac) Has Passed Away
The man dubbed a ”Northern New Mexico icon” and the ”King of Tough Love,” Thomas Hiram McReynolds – known to countless many as Coach Mac, Uncle Mickie, Mr. Mac, cuñao, or simply Mac – has left us to find peace and rest in the...
Bobby Frank Poe
Apr 28, 2024
Longtime Los Alamos resident, Bobby Frank Poe (Bob), passed away at home on Monday evening, April 29, 2024. Dad struggled with heart related issues for the last number of years. He spent ten days in April at the Heart Hospital of New Mexico and came home to Hospice Care on Friday, April 26.
He is survived by his wife of 66...
Joann Rose DeAguero
Apr 25, 2024
Joann DeHerrera-DeAguero, age 70, a residence of Chimayo, NM, passed away on April 25, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving husband and family after a battle with cancer. Joann’s three nieces Carla Baca, Perla and Debra Martinez devoted their days and nights assisting her husband Arsenio with her care . Joann was preceded in death by her beloved son Filbert Mathew DeAguero, parents Alberto and Rosita DeHerrera, In-Laws Grabiel and Benina DeAguero, brother Romulo DeHerrera, sisters-in-law Marie...
Mary Martha Archuleta
Apr 24, 2024
Mary Martha Archuleta, age 77, of La Mesilla, NM, passed away peacefully April 24, 2024, with her loving family by her side.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years Cippie Archuleta, daughters Yvonne Martinez and Beverly Mendoza, grandson Gabriel Archuleta. Parents Fidel and Gloria Sanchez, sister and brother-in-law Barbra and Gilbert Salazar, aunt Mary Montoya who was like a second mother to her.
Martha was such a gentle and beautiful soul and a...
Sixto Jacobo Martinez
Apr 22, 2024
Sixto “Tito” Martinez Jr., of Medanales, New Mexico, went to be with Our Lord on Monday, April 22, 2024, at home after a lengthy illness.
Tito was a very laid back and generous person. He never hesitated to lend a helping hand to family, friends, and the homeless. Tito always had visitors and placed a high priority on maintaining relationships with...
Roberto Gonzales
Apr 20, 2024
Roberto Gonzales Jr., 62, of Canoncito, NM, passed away on March 28, 2024, from a pulmonary embolism.
Roberto was preceded in death by his father Roberto Gonzales, mother Carol Herrera Martinez, grandparents Antonio and Eloisa Herrera who raised him, and numerous other relatives.
Roberto is survived by his son Joshua Baca, sisters Cindy Martinez, Loretta Gonzales, Annamaria Gonzales, Rebecca Gonzales and...
Susie Baca
Apr 20, 2024
Susie R. Baca, a lifelong resident of Pojoaque and Chimayo, NM, passed away peacefully at home on April 20, 2024, and went to be with the Lord. Susie was a beautiful person and was known and loved by so many. We will forever miss her.
Susie was preceded in death by her husband Eliseo L. Baca, parents Eufemio Rivera and Anita...
Matthew Romero
Apr 20, 2024
Matthew James Romero, 60, of Vadito New Mexico, went to be with the Lord on April 20, 2024. He is survived by his parents, Laudes Jr and Polly Romero; siblings, Michael Romero, Brenda Romero, Dorothy Douglas, and Laudes Romero III; children, Feliciana M. Romero, and Mattias Romero; stepchildren, Shantel Sandoval, and Jacob Sandoval; and eight grandchildren. Matthew was a genuine soul,...
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